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IM Motors

Leapmotor D19 Leads China EV SUV Launch Wave

Leapmotor’s new D19, IM Motors’ LS8, and GAC Aion’s N60 show how quickly China’s EV market is escalating, with 1,280 TOPS computing power, 800V-1,000V architectures, lidar, and up to 680 km CLTC range now central to the sales pitch. But fresh quality-complaint data also suggests the industry’s rapid pace is creating pressure on execution, making reliability and software stability the next major battleground in Chinese EVs.

Apr 17, 202611 min

LeapmotorIM Motors

Leapmotor and IM Motors Drive China EV Momentum

Leapmotor’s A10 appears to be one of China’s first breakout EV launches of 2026, with dealer-channel estimates suggesting nearly 20,000 orders in just 72 hours and the RMB 86,800 lidar version emerging as the most popular trim. Meanwhile, IM Motors’ new LS8 shows how fierce the premium Chinese EV and EREV race has become, combining an 800V platform, 430 km CLTC electric range, 1,605 km total range, and Nvidia-powered assisted driving tech in a family SUV aimed at the RMB 250,000-350,000 segment.

Mar 31, 202612 min

IM Motors智驾大赛

IM Motors' ADAS Leap:智驾大赛 Insights & 2026 Plans

IM Motors shared its智驾大赛 evolution at the 2025 gala, from early flops to top-3积分榜 (908.77 pts), unveiling R6 model (400k+ km tested) and 2026 combo ADAS goals. Amid 22-brand battles across 24 cities, with Avatr/XPeng leading, the event highlights China's ADAS scale-up and safety focus. Bosch's full-stack push signals global ripple effects for urban NOA.

Jan 31, 20263 min

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IM Motors LS9 Hyper: China's Cutting-Edge EV Tech Triumph

IM Motors' LS9 Hyper debuts as the first production SUV with four-wheel full-line control steering, passing CATARC tests for L3+ autonomy readiness. Amid Mazda CX-5's 5M sales milestone and Tesla's rushed "Cybercar" filings, this Chinese EV flagship highlights Beijing's tech prowess in the global market. Expect it to challenge premium rivals with tri-motor AWD and unmatched reliability.

Jan 30, 20263 min

CheryIM Motors

Chinese EV Giants Dominate 2025: Chery, IM Motors, Aion Surge

China's EV powerhouses crushed 2025 targets: Chery sold 2.8M vehicles with 903k NEVs and record exports; IM Motors hit 81k units via super-EREV tech; Aion i60 debuted with 10k+ sales. These feats amid price wars highlight EREV innovation and family appeal, setting up global dominance in 2026.

Jan 2, 20264 min

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Chinese EVs Surge: Huawei L3 Wins, Deepal $6.1B Funding

China's EV sector explodes with Huawei Qiankun's L3 approvals for Alpha S and Deepal, plus 6.122B RMB Deepal funding and IM Motors' first profit. Benchmarks like NIO ES8 shine in chassis tests amid Bosch AI cockpit reveals. These signal 2026 L3 dominance and global expansion for brands like NIO, Zeekr, and XPeng.

Dec 26, 20254 min

ZeekrHongmeng Zhixing

Zeekr S800 Hits 10K Deliveries: Chinese EV Milestones

Zeekr S800 achieves 10,000 deliveries in 202 days, shattering China's ultra-luxury EV records, while Geely privatizes Zeekr and SAIC streamlines IM Motors ownership. Hongmeng Zhixing teases the innovative ZEEKR V9 MPV with helmet airbags, as Tesla's FSD V14.2.2 ups autonomous stakes. These moves signal consolidation and tech leaps in the world's largest EV market.

Dec 24, 20254 min